Adrian Cook
Architects
A well-established architectural practice based near Crickhowell in the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park, South Wales. With extensive experience working on a range of projects, including residential, historic, community and landscape, the practice prides itself on meeting the needs and aspirations of clients, while also being sensitive to their surroundings and the wider environment.
The practice is headed by Adrian Cook. With over 30 years experience in architecture, based in the Brecon Beacons since 2007, his work spans:
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Environmental and low-energy buildings, including Passivhaus
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New-build, extension, conversion, renovation and conservation
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Experienced in historic buildings and landscapes, urban settings, traditional materials and rural buildings, Listed Buildings, planning negotiations (including National Park), Conservation Areas
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Oak frame, working closely with an expert oak-framer
Committed to environmental and energy-conscious design and low-energy buildings including Passivhaus. Member of the AECB (Association for Environment Conscious Building).
The practice has an enviable track record of securing planning and listed building consent.
Working closely with a well-established network of colleagues, expert consultants and contractors, including: Planning, Passivhaus, Structural Engineering, Building Services, Ecology, Archaeology, Surveying, Arboricultural, Timber and Oak Framing, Stonemasonry, Lime, General Contracting.
Adrian studied Architecture at Cambridge University, and Landscape/Garden Conservation at the Architectural Association in London.
Before establishing his current practice in Wales, Adrian Cook worked as an architect in London, Stuttgart and San Francisco. He has worked as a Design Tutor and lecturer in Cardiff, Bath and Kingston Universities, and was Project Manager at Chiswick House & Gardens during a major Heritage Lottery funded project (2002-2007).